27 items and how they turned out
A-1 · File 26-2190Resolution of condolence presented
Resolution of condolence for Ellen Uguccioni, the city's first historic preservation director
The Commission read a resolution of condolence honoring Ellen Uguccioni, the pioneering preservationist who helped save the Biltmore Hotel. Friends, preservation advocates and staff paid tribute.
A-2 · File 26-2178Award presented
Torre Companies honored with Keep Coral Gables Beautiful 2026 Commercial Beautification Award
208 Andalusia Ave (downtown Coral Gables)
Torre Companies, at 208 Andalusia, won one of four 2026 commercial beautification awards. The mayor and a commissioner used the moment to call for the same upkeep standards downtown and on development sites.
A-4 + H-1 · File 26-2195, 26-2194Proclamation read · H-1 resolution approved
Disability Acceptance Month proclamation and resolution on principles of inclusion
The city proclaimed October 2026 Disability Acceptance Month and recognized its Advisory Board on Disability Affairs. The H-1 resolution on principles of inclusion passed on a voice roll call of those heard.
A-3 · File 26-2231Certificate presented
Certificate of recognition for architect Albert J. Socol
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
F-1 · File 26-2213Update received · no formal vote
Tax Collector update on commission fee waiver and mobile office events
Citywide
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
A-5 · File 26-2027Award presented
Firefighter of the Month: Lieutenant Eldad Simovitch
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
A-6 · File 26-2198Award presentation under way
Officers of the Month: Ariel Garcia and Reynaldo Abeja-Cortes
100 block of Mantilla Avenue (incident location)
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
A-7 · File 26-1322Recognition presented
Employee of the Month (July): Noel Polo, Public Works
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
A-8 · File 26-2184Recognition presented
Employee of the Month (August): Cesar Hechavarria, Human Resources
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
A-9 · File 26-2182Recognition presented
Employee of the Month (September): Odalys Ferreiro, Finance
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
A-11 + H-2 · File 26-2212, 26-2228Proclamation read · art update presented
National Arts and Humanities Month proclamation; Art in Public Places and Art Week update
Coral Gables, including 427 Biltmore Way, Aragon Plaza and Miracle Mile
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
A-10 · File 26-2202Recognition presented
Parks and Recreation reaccredited by CAPRA
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
CHeard · swale item to return
Public comment: swales and code enforcement, Garden of Our Lord, D-2 and D-4
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
D-1 to D-4 · File 26-2179, 26-2180, 26-2223, 26-1828Approved on consent (voice vote)
Consent agenda: fire plan review award, 427 Biltmore Way bid waiver, council appointments, bike and pedestrian plan agreement
427 Biltmore Way (D-2)
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
D-5 · File 26-2234Deferred until after the election
Commissioner Castro's Florida League of Cities committee appointments
3–2No: Castro, Fernandez
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
F-2 · File 26-2193Presentation heard
Miami-Dade feral cat neutering and spaying assistance
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
E-1 · File 26-2042Approved on first reading
Height cap for Block 36 in the Crafts Section: no Mediterranean bonus stories or height
Block 36, Crafts Section, between Le Jeune Rd and Salzedo St, south of Malaga Ave and north of Santander Ave (north of the San Sebastian apartments). The 300 Malaga project sits on lots 10-15.
5–0
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
E-2 · File 26-2046Approved on first reading
Mediterranean bonus height exclusion to cover enclosed accessory areas
Citywide · Zoning Code Art. 5, §5-203
5–0
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
E-3 · File 26-2045Approved on first reading
Driveway side setback, corner-lot motor courts and mechanical equipment setbacks
Citywide · Zoning Code Arts. 2 and 3
5–0Moved: Vince Lago
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
J-1 · File 26-2201Approved
Canvassing Board appointed for the Dec 1, 2026 run-off election
Citywide
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
F-3 · File 26-2130Presentation and discussion
North Gables beautification and code enforcement task force
North Gables
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
F-4 · File 26-2168Ramp portion deferred to December · climbing concept presented
Mobility Hub ground-level businesses and ramp; indoor climbing and recreation concept
Mobility Hub, downtown Coral Gables
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
F-5 · File 26-2169Discussed · staff to return with fixes
Ingress and egress at the overflow lots at 430, 440 and 450 University Drive
430, 440 and 450 University Drive (overflow parking across from the Youth Center)
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
F-6 · File 26-2197Discussed · no action
Discussion regarding travel expenses
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
F-7 · File 26-2107Update given · next update in December
Update on the investigation into alleged false testimony at the Aug 25 meeting
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
KDiscussed · industry roundtable proposed
Commission discussion items
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days
Workshop (not on agenda)Workshop · direction to staff, no vote
Workshop on implementing the Inspector General charter amendment
Citywide
Plain-English summary, who spoke and video timestamps are for members. Try Dais free for 14 days